What is the cheapest way to get from Rainbow Beach to Proserpine?

The cheapest way to get from Rainbow Beach to Proserpine is to bus which costs $120 - $330 and takes 13h 45m.

What is the fastest way to get from Rainbow Beach to Proserpine?

The fastest way to get from Rainbow Beach to Proserpine is to bus and train and fly which takes 8h 40m and costs $210 - $750.

Is there a direct bus between Rainbow Beach and Proserpine?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Rainbow Beach and arriving at Proserpine. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 13h 45m.

How far is it from Rainbow Beach to Proserpine?

The distance between Rainbow Beach and Proserpine is 995 km. The road distance is 932.3 km.

How do I travel from Rainbow Beach to Proserpine without a car?

The best way to get from Rainbow Beach to Proserpine without a car is to bus which takes 13h 45m and costs $120 - $330.

How long does it take to get from Rainbow Beach to Proserpine?

The bus from Rainbow Beach to Proserpine takes 13h 45m including transfers and departs twice daily.

Where do I catch the Rainbow Beach to Proserpine bus from?

Rainbow Beach to Proserpine bus services, operated by Premier Motor Service, depart from Rainbow Beach station.

Where does the Rainbow Beach to Proserpine bus arrive?

Rainbow Beach to Proserpine bus services, operated by Premier Motor Service, arrive at Proserpine station.

Can I drive from Rainbow Beach to Proserpine?

Yes, the driving distance between Rainbow Beach to Proserpine is 932 km. It takes approximately 10h 47m to drive from Rainbow Beach to Proserpine.

Where can I stay near Proserpine?

There are 365+ hotels available in Proserpine.

Rainbow Beach to Proserpine - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 5 ways to get from Rainbow Beach to Proserpine by bus (Greyhound), bus, train, car, or plane

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Rainbow Beach to ProserpinePm16
13h 45m
$120–330
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Rainbow Beach to CooroyBrisbane
2. Take the train from Cooroy to ProserpineSpirit of Queensland
16h 16m
$72–3,543
Drive 932.3 km
1. Drive from Rainbow Beach to Proserpine932.3 km
10h 47m
$184–265
Bus to Hervey Bay, fly
1. Take the bus from Rainbow Beach to Hervey Bay
2. Fly from Hervey Bay (HVB) to Whitsunday Coast Airport (PPP)HVB - PPP
8h 52m
$592–1,326
Bus, train to Brisbane Airport, fly
1. Take the bus from Rainbow Beach to Cooroy
2. Take the train from Cooroy station, platform 1 to Bowen Hills station, platform 3
3. Fly from Brisbane Airport (BNE) to Whitsunday Coast Airport (PPP)BNE - PPP
8h 40m
$215–719

Rainbow Beach to Proserpine by bus

14Weekly Buses

13h 45mAverage Duration

$120Cheapest Price

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Distance: 995.4 km
Duration: 13h 45m

What companies run services between Rainbow Beach, QLD, Australia and Proserpine, QLD, Australia?

Premier Motor Service operates a bus from Rainbow Beach to Proserpine once daily. Tickets cost $120–170 and the journey takes 13h 45m. Greyhound Australia also services this route once daily.

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